Lead Engineer

CP Group; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Unlimited vacation

Life and disability insurance

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Voluntary insurance options

401(k) with company match

Summer Fridays

Job summary

CP Group is seeking a senior Lead Engineer to manage and perform hands-on operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of building systems in a high-rise environment. You will supervise shifts, collaborate with the Chief Engineer, and ensure compliance with safety standards and company policies.

The role requires strong experience with HVAC, boilers, electrical and life-safety systems, plus CMMS, EMS/BAS familiarity, and excellent communication.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' building maintenance experience.
• High-rise office building experience required.
• Mastery of CMMS/workorder systems and EMS/BAS is essential.
• Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook; strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Operate, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair building systems including HVAC, boilers, electrical, plumbing, life safety, and BAS/EMS.
• Conduct regular inspections; document deficiencies and corrective actions.
• Respond to tenant service requests and emergency situations, including after-hours when required.
• Maintain accurate records and support cost tracking for maintenance activities.

Skills

Building maintenance

High-rise experience

Customer service

Time management

Team collaboration

Background screening

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

CMMS

EMS/BAS

Microsoft Office

Job description

About Us

CP Group, a vertically integrated commercial real estate and management firm, has been a leading owner-operator and developer of commercial real estate throughout the Sunbelt since 1986. Today, CP Group is the largest office landlord in Florida, Atlanta’s largest private commercial property owner, and in the top 25 of largest office landlords in the United States.

About Us

CP Group, a vertically integrated commercial real estate and management firm, has been a leading owner-operator and developer of commercial real estate throughout the Sunbelt since 1986. Today, CP Group is the largest office landlord in Florida, Atlanta’s largest private commercial property owner, and in the top 25 of largest office landlords in the United States.

CP Group brings an extensive track record and unparalleled market insight to advance investors’ opportunities in the region’s most dynamic markets. Headquartered in Boca Raton, Florida, the company has a corporate office in Atlanta and regional offices in Dallas, Denver, Jacksonville, Miami, and Washington DC.

The Lead Engineer works closely with the Chief Engineer and serves as a hands‑on technical leader, providing guidance during shifts and supporting daily operations. This position ensures all building systems are maintained in compliance with company standards, safety requirements, and industry best practices.

This position is intended for a senior‑level engineer and is ideal for a candidate with strong technical expertise, and high‑rise office experience.

Essential Responsibilities:

Building Operations and Maintenance

• Perform hands‑on operation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of all building systems including HVAC, chillers, boilers, electrical, plumbing, life safety, and building automation systems.
• Operate and maintain HVAC equipment and associated mechanical systems to ensure tenant comfort and system efficiency.
• Conduct regular inspections of building equipment, machinery, and life‑safety systems; document deficiencies and corrective actions.
• Respond promptly to tenant service requests, diagnose issues, and complete repairs as required.
• Participate in emergency response procedures and assist during building emergencies, including after‑hours response when required.
• Maintain accurate mechanical, operational, environmental, and emergency records.

Preventative Maintenance

• Execute and support the preventive maintenance program for all mechanical and building systems in accordance with manufacturer recommendations and company standards.
• Complete assigned preventive maintenance work orders and ensure documentation is accurate and timely within the CMMS/work order system.
• Assist with identifying recurring issues, system inefficiencies, and long‑term maintenance needs.

Project & Vendor Support

• Support the Assistant Chief Engineer and Chief Engineer with coordination of maintenance tasks and small projects.
• Work with contractors and vendors to support scheduled maintenance, repairs, and approved after‑hours work.
• Monitor vendor work on‑site to ensure compliance with safety standards and scope of work.
• Review building and tenant alterations to ensure conformity with approved plans and building standards.

Documentation and Inventory

• Maintain up‑to‑date files of building plans, equipment specifications, operating manuals, and warranties.
• Assist with maintaining inventory of spare parts, tools, and supplies to support efficient operations.
• Support cost tracking related to maintenance activities and assist leadership with documentation as needed.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 5 years' building maintenance experience.
• High‑rise office building experience required.
• Stationary engineer and refrigeration operator license preferred.
• Extensive knowledge of commercial building equipment and systems, particularly HVAC, operational boiler experience, and mechanical systems.
• Proficiency in Microsoft systems (Word, Excel, and Outlook)
• Experience with CMMS/workorder systems required.
• Familiarity with EMS/ BAS systems required.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, supported by strong analytical and interpersonal abilities.
• Purpose -driven with a sense of urgency
• Demonstrated commitment to customer service and a track record of exceeding customer expectations
• Self-starter with highly effective independent work skills that can function effectively within a team environment
• Excellent time management and organizational skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines
• Ability to work collaboratively within a diverse team
• Capable of delivering results on time, on budget
• May require shift work, weekends, holidays, and/or on‑call rotation.
• Must successfully complete background screening.
• Minimum high school diploma or GED equivalent.

CP Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Benefits:

We offer a competitive benefits package, including:

• Unlimited vacation, summer Fridays, and 9 company holidays
• Company-paid life and disability insurance
• Company-subsidized medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Voluntary insurance including supplemental life insurance, pet insurance, critical illness, accident, hospital, legal, and cancer insurance.
• 401(k) with company match